2007 Pontiac G5 vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Pontiac G5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Pontiac G5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac G5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac G5 (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Cordoba.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Seat Cordoba (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac G5. (206 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac G5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Pontiac G5 | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Pontiac | Seat |
| Model | G5 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
